<h2 id="section---FrequentlyAskedQuestions">Frequently Asked Questions</h2> <h3 id="section---WhatKindOfProgramIsIt">What Kind of Program Is It?</h3> <p>The Bachelor of Science in Electronics Engineering Technology with a concentration in Electronics Engineering Technology program at ECPI University is designed to teach you how to install and repair telecommunications equipment. As you study topics such as industrial applications, circuit analysis, and digital communications, you might develop the competencies needed to evaluate and resolve engineering technology problems and to oversee technical projects. In addition, you could learn computer programming and data acquisition techniques. Upon completing the program, you could seek opportunities serving as a professional conduit between electronics engineers and technicians. This program is offered online and at select ECPI University campuses. </p> <h3 id="section---WhatAreThePrerequisites">What Are the Prerequisites?</h3> <p>Prior to enrolling in the Bachelor of Science in Electronics Engineering Technology with a concentration in Electronics Engineering Technology program at ECPI University, you must have a high school diploma or GED. Technical abilities and good manual dexterity are required of applicants to this program. You should also possess critical-thinking, mathematical, and communication skills. </p> <h3 id="section---WhatAreTheCourseRequirements">What Are the Course Requirements?</h3> <p>The program consists of 124 semester credit hours. You could complete the program in approximately 2.5 years if you are a year-round student. The course requirements are outlined below. </p> <p><u>Core Curriculum Courses</u> </p> <p /> <table border="1"><tr><th>Course Code </th><th> Course Title</th></tr> <tr><td>CIS 121 </td><td> Logic &amp; Design</td></tr> <tr><td>CIS 126 </td><td> Programming I</td></tr> <tr><td>CIS 150 </td><td> Networking I</td></tr> <tr><td>CIS 151 </td><td> Networking II</td></tr> <tr><td>EET 110 </td><td> Electric Circuits I</td></tr> <tr><td>EET 111 </td><td> Electric Circuits II</td></tr> <tr><td>EET 111L </td><td> Electric Circuits LAB</td></tr> <tr><td>EET 120 </td><td> Semiconductor Devices</td></tr> <tr><td>EET 121 </td><td> Electronic Systems Applications</td></tr> <tr><td>EET 130 </td><td> Digital Systems I</td></tr> <tr><td>EET 230 </td><td> Digital Systems II</td></tr> <tr><td>EET 230L </td><td> Digital Systems LAB</td></tr> </table><p><u>Arts & Sciences Courses</u> </p> <p /> <table border="1"><tr><th>Course Code </th><th> Course Title</th></tr> <tr><td>CAP 480 </td><td> Arts &amp; Sciences Capstone</td></tr> <tr><td>COM 110 </td><td> Principles of Speech</td></tr> <tr><td>ENG 110 </td><td> English Composition</td></tr> <tr><td>ENG 120 </td><td> Advanced Composition</td></tr> <tr><td>HUM 205 </td><td> Culture &amp; Diversity</td></tr> <tr><td>MTH 131 </td><td> College Algebra</td></tr> <tr><td>MTH 200 <br /> <br />PHY 120 </td><td> Pre-Calculus <br /><b>OR</b> <br />Physics</td></tr> <tr><td>PHY 120L </td><td> Physics LAB</td></tr> <tr><td>PSY 105 </td><td> Introduction to Psychology</td></tr> <tr><td>PSY 220 </td><td> Positive Psychology</td></tr> </table><p><u>Self-Integration & Computer Literacy Courses</u> </p> <p /> <table border="1"><tr><th>Course Code </th><th> Course Title</th></tr> <tr><td>CIS 106 </td><td> Introduction to Operating Systems</td></tr> <tr><td>COR 090 </td><td> Career Orientation Seminar</td></tr> <tr><td>FOR 110 </td><td> Essentials for Success</td></tr> <tr><td>IST 120 </td><td> Computer Applications</td></tr> </table><p><u>Electronics Engineering Technology Concentration Courses</u> </p> <p /> <table border="1"><tr><th>Course Code </th><th> Course Title</th></tr> <tr><td>EET 220 </td><td> Industrial Applications</td></tr> <tr><td>EET 221L </td><td> Instrumentation &amp; Measurement LAB</td></tr> <tr><td>EET 250 </td><td> Computer Configuration I</td></tr> <tr><td>EET 251 </td><td> Computer Configuration II</td></tr> <tr><td>EET 251L </td><td> Computer Configuration II LAB</td></tr> <tr><td>EET 252 </td><td> Data Communications &amp; Networking</td></tr> <tr><td>EET 280 </td><td> Introduction to Communication Systems</td></tr> <tr><td>EET 282 </td><td> Wireless Security</td></tr> <tr><td>EET 301 </td><td> Special Topics in Engineering Technology</td></tr> <tr><td>EET 310 </td><td> Circuit Analysis</td></tr> <tr><td>EET 380 </td><td> Digital Communications I</td></tr> <tr><td>EET 430 </td><td> Microcontrollers</td></tr> <tr><td>EET 430L </td><td> Microcontrollers LAB</td></tr> <tr><td>Various Electives </td><td>You must complete 19 credits of elective courses</td></tr> </table><h3 id="section---WhatCouldIDoAfterIGraduate">What Could I Do After I Graduate?</h3> <h4 id="section---CareerOpportunities">Career Opportunities</h4> <p>Following graduation, you could explore career opportunities in the public and private sectors. Specifically, employment could be sought within aerospace, manufacturing, and education industries. You might pursue positions such as the following at the entry level: </p> <ul><li>Product Engineer </li><li>Engineering Consultant </li><li>Project Manager </li><li>Electrical Engineering Technologist </li></ul><h4 id="section---AdvancedDegrees">Advanced Degrees</h4> <p>You could prepare to pursue leadership roles in the field of electronics engineering by studying for a graduate degree. Field-related doctoral degree programs could include studies in nanotechnology, photonics, electromagnetics, and signal processing. Programs to which you could apply include: </p> <ul><li>Master of Science in Electrical Engineering </li><li>Master of Science in Engineering Technology with a concentration in: <ul><li>Electronics</li></ul></li></ul>